inadmissible
word
Definition
Not allowed, not accepted, or not permitted, especially in a legal or formal situation.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in legal, academic, or official contexts. Common with nouns like 'evidence', 'behavior', or 'requests' (e.g. 'inadmissible evidence'). Does not mean 'impossible'—focus is on rules or standards, not ability.
Spanish: inadmisiblePortuguese (BR): inadmissívelPortuguese (PT): inadmissívelChinese (Simplified): 不可接受的 - 不被允许的Chinese (Traditional): 不可接受的 - 不被允許的Hindi: अस्वीकार्यArabic: غير مقبول
Example Sentences
The judge said the statement was inadmissible in court.
basic
Lies are inadmissible in serious discussions.
basic
The request was considered inadmissible by the committee.
basic
That's an inadmissible excuse—you have to take responsibility.
natural
Certain types of evidence are inadmissible in this kind of case.
natural
Bringing personal opinions to a scientific review is usually inadmissible.
natural